Dental implant treatment process
A single-tooth implant usually runs consult and imaging, optional pre-treatment, placement, three to six months of osseointegration, then abutment and crown. All-on-4 often adds same-day temporary teeth. Decisions in Dentistry lists 94.8% to 96.4% long-term success with up to 10-years follow up for that full-arch concept, not for every single tooth.
Last updated: August 25, 2026
Phase table
| Phase | Typical window | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation and planning | 1–2 visits | Exam, history, CBCT, written plan |
| Pre-treatment if needed | 0–6 months | Extraction, graft, sinus lift, perio care |
| Implant surgery | One appointment | Anesthesia, fixture, closure, temporary if used |
| Osseointegration | 3–6 months | Bone fuses to the fixture |
| Abutment and crown | One to two visits | Connector, impressions, final tooth |
AAOMS patient guide: dental implant surgery PDF. Cost: dental implant cost. Provider: how to find a dental implant provider.
| Claim | URL | Listed |
|---|---|---|
| Published 94.8% long-term success (up to 10 years) | decisionsindentistry.com/article/implant-treatment-planning-hybrid-prostheses/ | 94.8% to 96.4% |
| Malo 2011 implant-related success 94.8 percent | eutils.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/eutils/efetch.fcgi?db=pubmed&id=21357865&retmode=xml&rettype=abstract | 94.8 percent |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a typical single-tooth implant process take?
Consultation and imaging take one or two visits. Optional extraction or grafting can add months. Placement is usually one appointment. Osseointegration is commonly three to six months before the abutment and crown. Full-arch All-on-4 can place temporary teeth the same day, then swap to a final bridge after healing.